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Forbes
15-04-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Why Your Résumé Is Still Important When Applying Internally
Franklin Buchanan is the Founder of Post Up Careers and is a Certified Professional Career Coach. You've been tapped for an internal job—congrats! But if your résumé doesn't match the hype, that opportunity could slip through your fingers. Sure, you've got to ace the interview, but isn't the résumé just a formality? Not when internal mobility has been up 30% since 2021, per LinkedIn. Managers and senior staff are twice as likely to make these moves, meaning competition is fierce—and a standout résumé can set you apart, even internally. You might assume it's optional if you were tapped for the role, groomed for succession or know the hiring manager. Connections are important; they can and should open doors, but your résumé determines if you can walk through them. Even with a referral, the team may not know all your wins. A client once came to me for a résumé review before an internal application. They were a senior manager applying for a director-level position. Their résumé was fairly bland, with lots of task-oriented bullet points and no results or impact to speak of. I suggested updates, but they skipped it, banking on their reputation. Two months later, they returned—rejected. Was the outdated résumé the reason they didn't get the job? They did get the interview. But that résumé didn't help their cause because it didn't sell their strengths, and they lost out. Your résumé isn't just paperwork; it's your first impression. Focus on quantifiable wins—think 'Cut costs by 15%' over 'Managed budget'—and tailor your summary to the role. If the hiring manager knows you well, then your polished résumé validates their opinion of you. If the hiring manager doesn't know you well and you've been referred, then your polished résumé validates the referral. If the hiring manager doesn't know you at all, then your polished résumé sets your job interview up for success. Imagine the flip side, too. If the hiring manager knows you well and thinks highly of you and you turn in a sloppy résumé, what would they think about that? You have to match expectations, and your résumé can match your reputation. So what should your résumé look like for an internal position? It should look exactly the same as if you were applying for this job at another company. 1. Write a short, tailored summary about who you are and what you bring to the role. For example, "Strategic business development executive with demonstrated experience building sales teams that achieved over 100% of plans for five consecutive years." 2. Make sure your skills section lists hard skills. Don't put soft skills like "problem-solving" in your skills section. Reflect what the job is looking for, but don't overdo it—listing nine to 12 skills is sufficient. 3. Make your bullet points actionable. Review the job posting and list out relevant wins. For example, "Secured $2.5 million in new business after hiring three new sales representatives, leading to expanded territories in four states." When applying internally, it's your chance to match the hype and tee up a winning interview. Don't let it be anything less than your ticket to turning buzz into a handshake. Forbes Coaches Council is an invitation-only community for leading business and career coaches. Do I qualify?
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Post Up Careers Founder Franklin Buchanan Earns Silver in Inaugural Momentum Awards for Top Career Coach
Recognized Among Global Leaders, Franklin Brings Personalized Expertise to Job Seekers AIKEN, S.C., March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Franklin Buchanan, a Certified Professional Career Coach, has been named a silver winner in the "Top Career Coach" category at the first-ever Momentum Awards, hosted by The Modern Coach. Franklin stood out in a fiercely competitive field of the world's best, affirming his impact in helping professionals navigate their job searches. The Momentum Awards, launched in 2025, celebrate global excellence in coaching, and Franklin's recognition underscores his commitment to a personalized approach. Through one-on-one coaching, he crafts tailored strategies that play to each client's unique strengths, whether it's sharpening resumes, mastering interviews, or negotiating offers. "This silver isn't just a personal win—it's validation of the hands-on guidance I provide to help clients land their dream roles," said Franklin. As Founder of Post Up Careers, Franklin Buchanan brings 15+ years of recruiting, training, and coaching experience to deliver bespoke solutions, ensuring every job seeker feels confident and competitive. To learn more or connect with Franklin visit or reach out directly at franklin@ About FranklinFranklin Buchanan is a Certified Professional Career Coach and Veteran Strategist specializing in resume writing, job search strategies, interview preparation, and outplacement solutions that empower clients with customized tools and insights to achieve their professional goals. Contact: Franklin Buchananfranklin@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Post Up Careers Sign in to access your portfolio
